University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Band 3 Ward Controller - Logistics
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Job Summary
Coordinate the ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of clinical and non-clinical products to wards, theatres, and departments.
- Maintain optimum stock levels in line with agreed ROQ/ROL targets to ensure continuous product availability.
- Assist with stock rationalisation, standardisation, and waste reduction through effective inventory management practices.
- Process orders and inventory transactions using EDC, hand scanners, e-catalogues, warehouse systems, Sage, Genesis, CMM, and other Trust systems that are implemented.
- Manage the replenishment of pharmaceutical products in accordance with agreed pharmacy stock portfolios and procedures.
- Ensure the safe handling, transportation, and delivery of medicines and supplies across operational areas.
- Maintain accurate stock records and support efficient inventory control processes.
- Resolve day-to-day logistics and materials management queries, escalating issues where appropriate.
- Work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams to support operational efficiency and service continuity.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within logistics and supply chain operations.
- Adhere to Trust policies, professional standards, and health and safety regulations at all times.
- Demonstrate strong communication, organisational, and time management skills within a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Remain flexible and adaptable to support different departmental roles and operational demands when required.
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Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description
About Us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job Description
Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good Standard of General Education to GCSE or equivalent level (E)
- Willingness to undertake training and become competent in fire warden training.
- Driving license.
- Stock controlling experience.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 / ONC Business Studies or relevant equivalent experience. (D)
Experience
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Essential
- Working within a team.
- Experience of working within a supply chain function.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Software
Desirable
- To have worked within a Hospital or similar environment.
- Previous experience in a Logistics environment.
- Experience in Public Sector
- Experience in Private Sector
- Commercial awareness.
- Knowledge of business principles.
- Knowledge of SAGE, Genesis, CMM, SAP
Knowledge of operational procedures.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Reliable
- Punctual
- Motivated
- Team Builder
- Diplomatic
- Confident
- Committed
- Multi Tasker
- Relationship Builder
- Persuasive
- Hard working
- Committed
- Professional
Desirable
- Flexibility.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Monika Skuza
01213713077
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25760.00 to £27476.00 Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
304-1101672
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
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Job Description
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